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# Alternative Ballistics Corporation

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## Posts
- [Alternative Ballistics New Website Showcases Rebrand and Introduces Global Partners](https://alternativeballistics.com/alternative-ballistics-new-website-showcases-rebrand-and-introduces-global-partners/): Alternative Ballistics Corporation has announced the launch of a newly redesigned website, showcasing the company’s refreshed branding, global partner network, and vision for the future.
- [Meet The Team](https://alternativeballistics.com/meet-the-team/): We have assembled a team of exceptional professionals to lead Alternative Ballistics and change the landscape of less-lethal options for today’s policing.
- [The Alternative® Comprehensive Training Program](https://alternativeballistics.com/the-alternative-comprehensive-training-program/): In a comprehensive, one-day course designed for easy adoption and maximum efficiency, our team of current and retired law enforcement officers train your team through a hands-on experience with The Alternative®.
- [The Role of Less-Lethal Technology](https://alternativeballistics.com/the-role-of-less-lethal-technology/): The Alternative® offers an immediately available, less-lethal option to de-escalate specific scenarios. Lives can be saved and liability exposure mitigated with The Alternative®.
- [Innovative Technology for Today’s Law Enforcement](https://alternativeballistics.com/innovative-technology-for-todays-law-enforcement/): The Alternative® is the only less-lethal product on the market compatible with an officer’s duty weapon. It provides officers with an easy-to-carry and immediately accessible device designed to de-escalate specific situations.
- [Mitigating Risk With The Alternative®](https://alternativeballistics.com/mitigating-risk-with-the-alternative/): The Alternative® is less-lethal technology that mitigates risk exposure for law enforcement departments and governments - all while protecting officers and saving lives.
- [Alternative Ballistics’ Mission](https://alternativeballistics.com/alternative-ballistics-mission/): Saving lives and protecting officers in the line of duty is our mission. In doing so, we foster trust between law enforcement and the communities they protect.

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- [Team](https://alternativeballistics.com/team/): Diverse expertise. Shared commitment. One mission.
- [About Us](https://alternativeballistics.com/about/): Focused on innovative solutions to enhance public safety.
- [The Home Defense™](https://alternativeballistics.com/the-home-defense/): Our flagship less-lethal solution for home defense andself-defense is coming soon.
- [The Alternative®](https://alternativeballistics.com/thealternative/): The Alternative® bridges a critical gap between less-lethal and lethal force options to stop threats, save lives, and protect officers.
- [Home](https://alternativeballistics.com/): Developing this technology with the right impact energy was a difficult middle ground to reach. It needs to be forceful enough to stop a threat without a high risk of critical injury. Alternative Ballistics went the extra step to create a safe and viable force option, and I believe that The Alternative® has the potential to significantly reduce OIS fatalities.
- [Distributors](https://alternativeballistics.com/distributors/): THE ALTERNATIVE® is available globally through various authorized distributors.
- [Privacy Policy](https://alternativeballistics.com/privacy-policy/): Alternative Ballistics, is committed to keeping any and all personal information collected of those individuals that visit our website and make use of our online facilities and services accurate, confidential, secure and private. Our privacy policy has been designed and created to ensure those affiliated Alternative Ballistics, of our commitment and realization of our obligation not only to meet but to exceed most existing privacy standards.
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- [Blog](https://alternativeballistics.com/less-lethal-solutions-news/): The Rising Cost of Officer-Involved Shootings in the U.S.
- [FAQ](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/): Frequently Asked Questions Search Search How Can We Assist Your Department or Agency? Ask Our Team
- [How it Works](https://alternativeballistics.com/how-it-works/): THE ALTERNATIVE® is made of a special aluminum alloy projectile
- [Demo](https://alternativeballistics.com/demo/): THE ALTERNATIVE® aims to be the most affordable, most effective, and most accessible less-lethal impact tool on the market... available to

## FAQs
- [What is THE ALTERNATIVE® device?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/what-is-the-alternative-device/): The Alternative® is a blunt impact projectile attachment for firearms, offering a less-lethal way to subdue violent or non-compliant subjects. It’s compact, quick to deploy, and designed to preserve life, protect officers, and reduce risk in critical incidents.
- [How does it work?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/how-does-the-alternative-device-work/): When the firearm is discharged, the live round is captured by a launchable projectile that separates from the docking interface and travels downrange at about 210–230 ft/s (64–70 m/s) — roughly an 80% reduction from the bullet’s normal muzzle velocity. The projectile is designed to transfer a controlled blunt impact to the body of a subject, intended to produce pain compliance and a psychological stimulus, to change behavior while maintaining a low risk of serious injury under proper deployment conditions.
- [When should it be used?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/in-which-situations-is-the-use-of-the-alternative-device-recommended/): The Alternative® is intended for planned, controlled deployments, not for sudden or rapidly evolving encounters. Consider using it when all of the following are true:
- [Is special training required?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/is-special-training-required/): Yes. The Alternative® requires a structured training program. A one-day course certifies department trainers, who then complete our operator course to qualify their officers. Annual officer requalification and bi-annual trainer recertification are mandatory, with additional training strongly encouraged.
- [Safe deployment distance?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/safe-deployment-distance/): The recommended deployment range for The Alternative® is 20–40 feet (6–9 meters). Within this band the device is most effective while minimizing injury risk. Deploying at closer distances can increase the chance of serious injury and reduce officer safety. Deployment from further distances can lessen accuracy and effectiveness, due to a velocity degradation of approximately 10 ft/s (3 m/s) every 20 ft (6 m).
- [What happens when someone is hit?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/what-happens-when-someone-is-hit/): Primary target areas are the navel area and thighs. Secondary target areas are the chest, arms, and lower legs. Restricted target areas are the head, neck, back, and groin. Based on the results of ballistic testing, injuries to the primary target areas will result in significant pain and bruising. Injuries to the secondary target areas are expected to register an AIS 2 on the Abbreviated Injury Scale, with a 25-35% probability of an AIS 2+ injury using 9mm ammunition, and a 75-85% probability of an AIS 2+ with .40cal. An AIS 2+ refers to a moderate injury, such as a fractured sternum or ribs, but a low risk of a severe lung injury or commotio cordis (< 2% with 9mm and < 3% with .40cal). Any impact to a restricted area has a high probability of severe injury.
- [Can the projectile penetrate the skin or body upon impact?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/can-the-projectile-penetrate-the-skin-or-body-upon-impact/): Laboratory testing using NIJ standard protocols for less lethal projectiles indicates little to no risk of skin penetration from The Alternative® under the tested conditions. The device’s measured energy density is substantially below thresholds associated with risks of penetrating injuries in those tests. These results assume proper deployment guidelines have been followed, and real world outcomes can vary with range, exact point of impact (e.g., bony vs. soft tissue), subject clothing/body composition, and device condition. Departments should require on scene medical assessment after any use, and report and review all incidents to inform ongoing risk management.
- [How is the risk of double-tap mitigated?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/how-is-the-risk-of-double-tap-mitigated/): The Alternative® is designed for planned engagements, not quick-draw or rapidly evolving encounters. When a situation is deemed appropriate, officers follow a structured process that includes issuing verbal commands, coordinating with fellow officers, and making an audible announcement before firing. Training emphasizes firing a single round and then assessing its effectiveness before considering any further action.
- [Why not use tasers or less-lethal rifles instead?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/why-not-use-tasers-or-less-lethal-rifles-instead/): Our solution’s value is as an instantly available less-lethal option on scene, where other tools may be unavailable, ineffective, or not applicable. The Alternative fills the gap between no longer and not yet on the force continuum, as an additional option between traditional less-lethal tools and a firearm, and less-lethal rifles are usually not on scene and need to be called up or retrieved from a patrol car.
- [Compatible weapons?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/compatible-weapons/): Compatible with Glock, S&W M&P, CZ P-10, Sig P320, HK VP9, and Springfield Echelon. Inquire about .40cal options or specific types of firearms. New versions can be made for most semi-automatic handguns based on demand — firearm modifications may affect compatibility.
- [Compatible ammunition caliber?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/compatible-ammunition-caliber/): The Alternative® is designed for use with 9mm and .40‑caliber ammunition.
- [Does it block the sight or gun function?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/does-it-block-the-sight-or-gun-function/): No. When properly installed, The Alternative® does not obstruct sights or interfere with the firearm’s operation. Officers should verify that any custom sights, optic mounts, or aftermarket accessories clear the docking interface during equipment checks and training; if a sight or modification prevents proper docking, it must be adjusted or removed. Always inspect the system before deployment and confirm fit during qualification drills.
- [What is the projectile made of?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/what-is-the-projectile-made-of/): The projectile is manufactured from an aluminum alloy chosen for its strength-to-weight ratio and energy absorbing properties. It is engineered to dissipate the bullet’s kinetic energy and does not involve moving parts or hazardous materials.
- [Why is the dock orange?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/why-is-the-dock-orange-2/): The bright orange color deliberately identifies The Alternative® as a less‑lethal device, making it easily distinguishable to officers and bystanders and reducing the risk of misidentification in the field. Officers are trained to announce their intent, issue verbal commands and warnings, and follow communication protocols before deployment so the color works together with procedural safeguards to minimize confusion.
- [Can it be reused?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/why-is-the-dock-orange/): No. The Alternative® is a single-use device designed for operational deployment. A reusable training version is available for virtual and reality-based training scenarios, allowing officers to practice safe handling and deployment techniques without consuming live units.
- [Can it be removed if not fired?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/can-it-be-removed-if-not-fired/): Yes. If the device has not been discharged, it can be safely detached and re holstered following trained procedures.
- [Does it have serial numbers?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/does-it-have-serial-numbers/): Yes. Each The Alternative® projectile is marked with a unique serial number to enable tracking and accountability throughout its lifecycle.
- [Does it have an expiration?](https://alternativeballistics.com/faq/does-it-have-an-expiration/): No. The Alternative® has no set expiration and remains functional if stored properly and kept undamaged. Officers should routinely inspect all equipment for signs of wear or damage and follow department maintenance protocols.